2008 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1965 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1965 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1965 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1965 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1965 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Wartburg |
Model | 166 | 311 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 43 L |